Central State College of Health Sciences

1430 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43207 (614) 542-2244

Academic Information

Central States College offers several degree programs on Naturopathic Medicine and Integrative Medicine.

What is Naturopathic Medical Practice?

The Naturopathic physician is a primary care provider, trained in preventive medicine through Naturopathic therapeutics.

The Naturopathic physician is trained in conventional medical sciences, utilizing the same laboratory and diagnostic techniques, examination and assessment criteria, but are specialists in the use of Natural and preventative medicine.

1. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine program (NMD)

This is a 4 or 5-year program depending on the qualification of the student. More details of the program and the pre-requisites for admission can be found here.

2. Integrative Naturopathic Medical Training Program (NMD)

This is a special program for advanced candidates. Applicants possessing a D.O., M.D., D.C., D.D.S., D.P.M., or O.M.D., and who are legally-eligible for licensure can receive advanced placement credit for prior studies, allowing the doctor of naturopathic medicine (N.M.D.) degree program to be completed in 5 quarters (15 months). More Information.

3. Master of Science Degree Program In Integrative Health Studies

This program is designed as a professional enhancement for conventionally- prepared health and mental health practitioners, and others, who desire a theoretical and practical knowledge base. It has been developed in consultation with a broad array of experts in Integrative Health Studies, including professionals in practice, education, and related health care industries. More Information.

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